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Modern Black & Chrome Metal Tanker Credenza by Steelcase
Modern Black & Chrome Metal Tanker Credenza by Steelcase

Modern Black & Chrome Metal Tanker Credenza by Steelcase

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Vintage Modern black enameled steel tanker Credenza with chromed legs and Walnut Laminate Top.

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Vintage 1970s American Credenzas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

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Classic Steelcase Tanker Desk
Classic Steelcase Tanker Desk

Classic Steelcase Tanker Desk

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H 29.5 in W 60 in D 30 in

Classic Steelcase Tanker Desk

By Steelcase

Located in Oakland, CA

Vintage steel tanker desk by Steelcase, USA. Heavy gauge steel, that's been stripped, hand polished and clear coated. New formica top, this one is a flashy oxblood burgandy, though t...

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Vintage 1950s American Industrial Desks

Materials

Steel

1960s Tanker Console Knee Space Credenza, Refinished
1960s Tanker Console Knee Space Credenza, Refinished

1960s Tanker Console Knee Space Credenza, Refinished

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H 28.5 in W 66 in D 18 in

1960s Tanker Console Knee Space Credenza, Refinished

Located in Alhambra, CA

Our 1960s knee-space tanker credenza is a console table with the added functionality of a slim desk.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel

Steel Tanker Desk by Art Metal NY
Steel Tanker Desk by Art Metal NY

Steel Tanker Desk by Art Metal NY

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H 29.5 in W 60 in D 30 in

Steel Tanker Desk by Art Metal NY

By Art Metal Co.

Located in Berkeley, CA

Heavy steel gauge made in the US, the 4 feet are exterior and new formica top with his protection. Restored completely polished and clear coated beautiful piece.THE FIRST METAL FURNI...

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Vintage 1950s American Industrial Desks

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Steel Tanker Office Bookcase, Refinished in Purple
Midcentury Steel Tanker Office Bookcase, Refinished in Purple

Midcentury Steel Tanker Office Bookcase, Refinished in Purple

By Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Alhambra, CA

This midcentury tanker bookcase is an uncommon, petit size, ideal for home offices or smaller spaces. Mix and match with all your favorite McDowell Craig and all steel accessories! ...

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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Steel Tanker Bookcase Refinished in Florence Green
Midcentury Steel Tanker Bookcase Refinished in Florence Green

Midcentury Steel Tanker Bookcase Refinished in Florence Green

By Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

1960s tanker steel bookcase freshly powder coated in high Florence green. This adjustable 3-shelf unit is an excellent storage option– its sleek and compact, yet holds many books. Co...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Tall Tanker Bookcase, Custom Refinished in Safety Orange
Tall Tanker Bookcase, Custom Refinished in Safety Orange

Tall Tanker Bookcase, Custom Refinished in Safety Orange

By Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

It's the 1970s tall tanker bookcase refinished in high Safety Orange (OG26). This minimal, unit with six adjustable shelves, is perfect for storage and display. In excellent refinish...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

1960s Steel Tanker Style Bookcase in Blue ‘BL05’, Custom Refinished
1960s Steel Tanker Style Bookcase in Blue ‘BL05’, Custom Refinished

1960s Steel Tanker Style Bookcase in Blue ‘BL05’, Custom Refinished

By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

Neat 1960s tanker style steel bookcase freshly powder-coated in high gloss blue (BL05). This adjustable 3-shelf unit is an excellent storage option– its sleek and compact, yet holds ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Custom Tanker Style Steel Credenza in Brass and White Finish
Custom Tanker Style Steel Credenza in Brass and White Finish

Custom Tanker Style Steel Credenza in Brass and White Finish

By Allsteel, Rehab Vintage Interiors, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

Custom made steel credenza inspired by tanker style furniture popular in the 1960s. This beauty features a two-tone brass and gloss white powder coated finish and double sliding door...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel

Classic Tall Steel Tanker Bookcase Custom Refinished in Midnight Blue
Classic Tall Steel Tanker Bookcase Custom Refinished in Midnight Blue

Classic Tall Steel Tanker Bookcase Custom Refinished in Midnight Blue

By Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

It's the 1970s tall tanker bookcase refinished in high gloss "Midnight Blue" (BL20). This minimal unit with six adjustable shelves is perfect for storage and display. In excellent r...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Industrial Steel Desk, Invincible Brand, Tanker, Midcentury; 5 desks available
Industrial Steel Desk, Invincible Brand, Tanker, Midcentury; 5 desks available

Industrial Steel Desk, Invincible Brand, Tanker, Midcentury; 5 desks available

Located in Madison, WI

Industrial steel desk. Invincible brand. Painted black steel frame, creamy off-white laminate top and chrome feet. In extraordinary condition. A midcentury icon. The Boomers grew up ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Midcentury Steel Tanker Home-Office Bookcase in Gloss White, Custom Refinished
Midcentury Steel Tanker Home-Office Bookcase in Gloss White, Custom Refinished

Midcentury Steel Tanker Home-Office Bookcase in Gloss White, Custom Refinished

By Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Alhambra, CA

This midcentury tanker bookcase is an uncommon, petit size, ideal for home offices or smaller spaces. Mix and match with all your favorite McDowell Craig and AllSteel accessories! ...

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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Classic Tall Steel Tanker Bookcase, Refinished in Lime Green, Custom Order
Classic Tall Steel Tanker Bookcase, Refinished in Lime Green, Custom Order

Classic Tall Steel Tanker Bookcase, Refinished in Lime Green, Custom Order

By Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

It's the 1970s tall tanker bookcase refinished in high gloss lime green. This minimal unit with six adjustable shelves is perfect for storage and display. This piece is custom ref...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

1960s All Steel Tanker Bookcase in Custom Colors, Refinished to Order
1960s All Steel Tanker Bookcase in Custom Colors, Refinished to Order

1960s All Steel Tanker Bookcase in Custom Colors, Refinished to Order

By Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Alhambra, CA

Original 1960s All Steel tanker bookcase freshly powder coated in a color of your choosing. These adjustable three-shelf units are an excellent storage option– its sleek and compact,...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

1960s McDowell Craig Tanker Bookcase in Custom Colors, Refinished to Order
1960s McDowell Craig Tanker Bookcase in Custom Colors, Refinished to Order

1960s McDowell Craig Tanker Bookcase in Custom Colors, Refinished to Order

By Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Alhambra, CA

Return Policy: This is a custom made piece. All Sales Final on Custom Orders and Custom Fabrications. Original McDowell Craig steel tanker bookcases freshly powder coated in a co...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Steel File Cabinet, Custom Refinished to Order
Midcentury Steel File Cabinet, Custom Refinished to Order

Midcentury Steel File Cabinet, Custom Refinished to Order

By Allsteel, Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

1970s tanker style steel file cabinet refinished in gloss white with brushed aluminum hardware.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

1960s Steel File Cabinet Refinished with Pressed Handles, Refinished
1960s Steel File Cabinet Refinished with Pressed Handles, Refinished

1960s Steel File Cabinet Refinished with Pressed Handles, Refinished

Located in Alhambra, CA

1960s tanker style steel file cabinet with unusual pressed handles and label holders on drawers.

Category

Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Steelcase File Cabinet, Refinished in Pearl and Army Green
Midcentury Steelcase File Cabinet, Refinished in Pearl and Army Green

Midcentury Steelcase File Cabinet, Refinished in Pearl and Army Green

By Allsteel, Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

1970s tanker style steel file cabinet by Steelcase. Refinished in two-tone Army Green frame (RAL6003) and Pearl drawers with Metallic Silver hardware.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

1960s 4-Drawer Vertical Filing Cabinet, Custom Refinished to Order
1960s 4-Drawer Vertical Filing Cabinet, Custom Refinished to Order

1960s 4-Drawer Vertical Filing Cabinet, Custom Refinished to Order

By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase, Allsteel

Located in Alhambra, CA

Classic 1960s tanker style filing cabinet in a 4-drawer vertical configuration.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Two-Drawer Filing Cabinet, Custom Refinished to Order
Mid Century Two-Drawer Filing Cabinet, Custom Refinished to Order

Mid Century Two-Drawer Filing Cabinet, Custom Refinished to Order

Located in Alhambra, CA

Classic 1960s tanker filing cabinet refinished in custom colors.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Allsteel Inc Tanker Desk
Mid-Century Allsteel Inc Tanker Desk

Mid-Century Allsteel Inc Tanker Desk

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H 29.25 in W 60.25 in D 30.25 in

Mid-Century Allsteel Inc Tanker Desk

Located in Esperance, NY

Mid-Century Allsteel Inc Tanker Desk

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Tanker Desk, French, circa 1940
Mid-Century Modern Tanker Desk, French, circa 1940

Mid-Century Modern Tanker Desk, French, circa 1940

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Authentic Mid-Century Modern tanker desk, French, circa 1940 in original green Steelcase. Maker's mark to inside drawer. The perfect example of this iconic form. Literature: Aronson...

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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Large Roll Top Metal Tanker Desk w/ Brass Detailing
Large Roll Top Metal Tanker Desk w/ Brass Detailing

Large Roll Top Metal Tanker Desk w/ Brass Detailing

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Heavy Industrial metal desk with functional roll top. Opens to an original green rubber flat desk top with multiple compartments. Brass hardware highlights the masculine striped meta...

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Vintage 1950s Desks

Materials

Steel

Large Roll Top Metal Tanker Desk W/ Brass Detailing
Large Roll Top Metal Tanker Desk W/ Brass Detailing

Large Roll Top Metal Tanker Desk W/ Brass Detailing

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Heavy Industrial metal desk with functional roll top. Opens to an original green rubber flat desk top with multiple compartments. Brass hardware highlights the masculine striped meta...

Category

Vintage 1950s Desks

Materials

Steel

1960s Single Pedestal Steel Tanker Desk refinish in Gloss White
1960s Single Pedestal Steel Tanker Desk refinish in Gloss White

1960s Single Pedestal Steel Tanker Desk refinish in Gloss White

By Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

1960s Steel single pedestal tanker desk refinished in gloss white powder coat finish. Metallic silver hardware. File, box and middle pencil drawer and unique pull out writing / sto...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Mid-century Enamel Green Steel Tanker Vinyl Record Bookcase Console
Mid-century Enamel Green Steel Tanker Vinyl Record Bookcase Console

Mid-century Enamel Green Steel Tanker Vinyl Record Bookcase Console

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This original Mid-century modern steel bookcase is stylish and functional, perfectly sized for vinyl records. Its vibrant enamel green metal construction adds a pop of color to any r...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Mid Century Modern Brushed Metal Tanker Desk By Steelcase w/ Chair
Mid Century Modern Brushed Metal Tanker Desk By Steelcase w/ Chair

Mid Century Modern Brushed Metal Tanker Desk By Steelcase w/ Chair

By Steelcase

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Industrial metal double pedestal desks by Steelcase with great mid-century modern Good Form chair. We have multiple sets, perfect for stocking an office. Desk sits on a double pede...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

1940s Large and Heavy Well Made Industrial Military Green Steel Tanker Desk
1940s Large and Heavy Well Made Industrial Military Green Steel Tanker Desk

1940s Large and Heavy Well Made Industrial Military Green Steel Tanker Desk

Located in London, England

1940s steel tanker desk in its original military olive green with a black rubberised desk top. The desk was originally designed to be fire proof. There are three drawers on either si...

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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-century Four Drawer Steel Tanker Desk by General Fireproofing
Mid-century Four Drawer Steel Tanker Desk by General Fireproofing

Mid-century Four Drawer Steel Tanker Desk by General Fireproofing

By General Fireproofing Company

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Tanker desks from this era are known for their heavy steel construction and grey enamel finish.

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Vintage 1950s American Desks

Materials

Steel

19th Century Very Good Anglo-Indian Carved Wood Mahogany Tanker Partners Desk
19th Century Very Good Anglo-Indian Carved Wood Mahogany Tanker Partners Desk

19th Century Very Good Anglo-Indian Carved Wood Mahogany Tanker Partners Desk

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Mid-19th century very good Anglo-Indian carved wood mahogany tanker partners desk. This antique beautifully made pedestal desk, through the influence of the Portuguese and the Englis...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Desks

1960s McDowell Craig Steel Tanker Office Cabinet Refinished in Forest Green
1960s McDowell Craig Steel Tanker Office Cabinet Refinished in Forest Green

1960s McDowell Craig Steel Tanker Office Cabinet Refinished in Forest Green

By Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Alhambra, CA

This old-school steel office cabinet by McDowell Craig has been completely transformed! We gave it a fresh powder coat finish in Forest Green (GN 03). Designed with 3 shelves and dou...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Petit Single Tanker Steelcase Desk
Petit Single Tanker Steelcase Desk

Petit Single Tanker Steelcase Desk

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H 29 in W 46 in D 31 in

Petit Single Tanker Steelcase Desk

Located in Treasure Island, CA

Another classic steelcase desk. Single tanker style. This is the petit one. Deco Styling. Customizable surface color or material. Visit: http://abetlaminati.com/Products.aspx?c=3...

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Vintage 1950s American Desks

Materials

Steel

Classic Steel Tanker Bookcase, Refinished
Classic Steel Tanker Bookcase, Refinished

Classic Steel Tanker Bookcase, Refinished

By Steelcase, Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Alhambra, CA

It's the 1970s tall tanker bookcase refinished in high gloss navy blue. This minimal, unit with 6 adjustable shelves, is perfect for storage and display. In excellent refinished ...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Single Bank Steel Tanker Desk
Single Bank Steel Tanker Desk

Single Bank Steel Tanker Desk

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H 29 in W 60 in D 30 in

Single Bank Steel Tanker Desk

Located in Oakland, CA

Built to last, this timeless steel desk offers lots of style and a small footprint. This beaute features smart red formica top and perforated metal crotch guard

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Vintage 1950s American Desks

Materials

Steel

McDowell Craig Tanker Desk with Return
McDowell Craig Tanker Desk with Return

McDowell Craig Tanker Desk with Return

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H 29 in W 60 in D 66 in

McDowell Craig Tanker Desk with Return

By Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Alhambra, CA

McDowell Craig tanker desk with return in excellent original condition.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Tanker Desk in Orange
Mid-Century Tanker Desk in Orange

Mid-Century Tanker Desk in Orange

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H 29 in W 36 in D 24 in

Mid-Century Tanker Desk in Orange

Located in Madison, WI

Tanker desks were one of the hottest things going (and the heaviest) in Mid-Century office decor. This version we’re calling the mini-tanker. Immaculate condition. Lightweight for ea...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Industrial Steelcase Tanker Desk
Mid-Century Industrial Steelcase Tanker Desk

Mid-Century Industrial Steelcase Tanker Desk

By Steelcase

Located in Pasadena, CA

Vintage 1950s metal tanker desk. Wear consistent with age.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Desks

Materials

Metal

1960s McDowell Craig Tanker Bookcase, Refinished
1960s McDowell Craig Tanker Bookcase, Refinished

1960s McDowell Craig Tanker Bookcase, Refinished

By Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Alhambra, CA

Fantastic two-tier tanker bookcase by McDowell Craig, circa 1960s. An uncommon, petit version of the iconic original. This vintage mad men era piece is refinished in a specialty silv...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Refurbished Single Pedestal Tanker Desk, 1960s
Refurbished Single Pedestal Tanker Desk, 1960s

Refurbished Single Pedestal Tanker Desk, 1960s

By Rehab Vintage Interiors

Located in Alhambra, CA

Rare Columbia brand single pedestal desk newly refinished in "electric" blue powder coat. File drawer, utility drawer and pencil drawer. Brushed aluminum hardware. Great fo...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Classic Steel Double Bank Tanker Desk
Classic Steel Double Bank Tanker Desk

Classic Steel Double Bank Tanker Desk

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H 29 in W 60 in D 30 in

Classic Steel Double Bank Tanker Desk

By Allsteel

Located in Oakland, CA

Rare model vintage steel desk with sled legs, this steel double bank desk is polished and sealed with an auto grade clear coat. Top is formica and buyer can choose desired color, Pl...

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Vintage 1950s American Industrial Desks

Materials

Steel

Refurbished Steelcase Tanker Desk, circa 1965
Refurbished Steelcase Tanker Desk, circa 1965

Refurbished Steelcase Tanker Desk, circa 1965

By Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

Classic steelcase brand double pedestal desk newly refinished in gloss white powder coat with natural steel drawers. Dimensions: 30" D x 60" W x 29.5" H.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

1920s Typewriter Tanker Desk by Art Metal
1920s Typewriter Tanker Desk by Art Metal

1920s Typewriter Tanker Desk by Art Metal

By Art Metal Co.

Located in Alhambra, CA

1920s single pedestal specialty tanker desk constructed to store a typewriter. This is a great example of an early tanker desk, complete with vintage industrial patina. Notice how th...

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Vintage 1920s American Industrial Desks

Rare Early 1930's Metal Tanker Desk
Rare Early 1930's Metal Tanker Desk

Rare Early 1930's Metal Tanker Desk

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H 30.25 in W 72 in D 34 in

Rare Early 1930's Metal Tanker Desk

Located in Treasure Island, CA

Designed with lines meant to mimic a wooden desk, this piece only shows up once in a blue moon. I recall from the last time I had one of these (about 10 years ago), that they were ma...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Desks

Materials

Leather

Custom Tanker Style Steel Credenza with Walnut Top
Custom Tanker Style Steel Credenza with Walnut Top

Custom Tanker Style Steel Credenza with Walnut Top

By Mcdowell-Craig, Allsteel, Steelcase

Located in Alhambra, CA

Custom made steel credenza with walnut top inspired by tanker style furniture popular in the 1960s. This beauty features a "Natural Steel" powder coated finish and double sliding doo...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel

Vintage McDowell Craig Tanker Desk, Refinished in White
Vintage McDowell Craig Tanker Desk, Refinished in White

Vintage McDowell Craig Tanker Desk, Refinished in White

By Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Alhambra, CA

Classic McDowell Craig double pedestal tanker refinished in white. Features: Many utility drawers, one filing drawer, one locking stationary drawer and two letter trays. All original...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

Vintage Steelcase Tanker Desk with Brushed Steel Surface
Vintage Steelcase Tanker Desk with Brushed Steel Surface

Vintage Steelcase Tanker Desk with Brushed Steel Surface

By Steelcase

Located in Essex, MA

A vintage Mid-Century Modern Steelcase brand tanker double pedestal desk, originally painted, and then stripped down to waxed steel surface some time ago. With ample surface for a co...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Steel

1960s all Steel Tanker Bookcase, Refinished in Two-Tone
1960s all Steel Tanker Bookcase, Refinished in Two-Tone

1960s all Steel Tanker Bookcase, Refinished in Two-Tone

By Allsteel

Located in Alhambra, CA

It's the Classic three-shelf all steel vintage tanker bookcase refinished in high gloss black with matte grey shelves. This minimal, Mid-Century unit with its adjustable shelves, is ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Industrial Tanker Desk Steel Mid Century Vintage Retro Wow!
Industrial Tanker Desk Steel Mid Century Vintage Retro Wow!

Industrial Tanker Desk Steel Mid Century Vintage Retro Wow!

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

A stunning 'Statement Piece' vintage Industrial Mid-Century fully refurbished twin pedestal tanker desk in red and black, fitted with two brush slides and five drawers to the kneehol...

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20th Century Sideboards

Materials

Steel

Industrial Tanker Desk Twin Pedestal Steel Mid-Century Grey, 1950s
Industrial Tanker Desk Twin Pedestal Steel Mid-Century Grey, 1950s

Industrial Tanker Desk Twin Pedestal Steel Mid-Century Grey, 1950s

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

A stunning 'Statement Piece' vintage Industrial Mid-Century twin pedestal steel tanker desk, circa 1950s, the rectangular rounded green desk top over a central frieze drawer with two...

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20th Century Desks

Industrial Tanker Desk Twin Pedestal Steel, Mid-Century Vintage Silver
Industrial Tanker Desk Twin Pedestal Steel, Mid-Century Vintage Silver

Industrial Tanker Desk Twin Pedestal Steel, Mid-Century Vintage Silver

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

A stunning 'Statement Piece' vintage Industrial Mid-Century fully refurbished twin pedestal tanker desk in silver, fitted with two brush slides and five drawers to the kneehole, frie...

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20th Century Desks

Materials

Steel

Mode-Maker Tanker Desk by Raymond Loewy for General Fireproofing Co.
Mode-Maker Tanker Desk by Raymond Loewy for General Fireproofing Co.

Mode-Maker Tanker Desk by Raymond Loewy for General Fireproofing Co.

By Raymond Loewy, General Fireproofing Company

Located in Alhambra, CA

Rare double pedestal Mode Maker, the iconic tanker desk designed by Raymond Loewy for General Fireproofing Co. Newly refinished in Moon Blue with a black linoleum top. Brushed alumin...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Rare McDowell Craig 1960s Tanker Bookcase Refinished in Tangerine, Ready to Ship
Rare McDowell Craig 1960s Tanker Bookcase Refinished in Tangerine, Ready to Ship

Rare McDowell Craig 1960s Tanker Bookcase Refinished in Tangerine, Ready to Ship

By Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Alhambra, CA

Uncommon McDowell Craig steel tanker bookcase refinished in a powder-coated pop of Tangerine (OG 05). Deeper than most tanker bookcases from this era, it features rounded corners, ad...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

1960s Steel Office Cabinet by Tab Products
1960s Steel Office Cabinet by Tab Products

1960s Steel Office Cabinet by Tab Products

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H 26.5 in W 18 in D 26 in

1960s Steel Office Cabinet by Tab Products

By Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Alhambra, CA

1960s tanker office cabinet by Tab Products Co., San Francisco.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Polished Steel Library Table by All Steel
Polished Steel Library Table by All Steel

Polished Steel Library Table by All Steel

By Allsteel

Located in Oakland, CA

The finishes are the same for the tanker desks and file cabinets from our inventory.

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Vintage 1950s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Midcentury Industrial Tanker Desk
Midcentury Industrial Tanker Desk

Midcentury Industrial Tanker Desk

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H 29 in W 45.5 in D 30 in

Midcentury Industrial Tanker Desk

By Mcdowell-Craig

Located in Pasadena, CA

Circa 1950's desk manufactured by McDowell & Craig Company in California. Wear consistent with age.

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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Desks

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Steelcase Tanker Desk
Mid Century Steelcase Tanker Desk

Mid Century Steelcase Tanker Desk

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H 29.5 in W 60 in D 30 in

Mid Century Steelcase Tanker Desk

By Steelcase

Located in Glendale, CA

Mid Century Tanker Desk made by Steelcase in the USA. Lots of storage space .

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

1950s Walnut Wood Tanker Desk
1950s Walnut Wood Tanker Desk

1950s Walnut Wood Tanker Desk

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H 29.75 in W 58 in D 32 in

1950s Walnut Wood Tanker Desk

Located in Amherst, NH

Vintage 1950s walnut wood tanker desk by Imperial Furniture. The desk has three drawers on one side and deep open storage on the other. There is also a small drawer in the middle. Th...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

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By Davis Allen

Located in Pasadena, TX

Davis Allen joined Skidmore, Owing and Merrill (SOM) in 1950 as a junior architectural designer. In the intervening forty years, and since 1965 with the rank of Associate Partner, S...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern to Scandinavian Modern Black Painted Oak Waterfall Style Buffet Credenza
Modern to Scandinavian Modern Black Painted Oak Waterfall Style Buffet Credenza

Modern to Scandinavian Modern Black Painted Oak Waterfall Style Buffet Credenza

Located in Topeka, KS

Well, what have we here? A marvelous credenza? Yes! Maybe it’s a beautiful buffet? Yes! Or a fabulous sideboard? Yes! What about an incredible cabinet? ALSO… YES!!! This marvelous vi...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Credenzas

Materials

Oak, Paint

Mid Century Sideboard Credenza by Milo Baughman for Directional. Circa 1960s
Mid Century Sideboard Credenza by Milo Baughman for Directional. Circa 1960s

Mid Century Sideboard Credenza by Milo Baughman for Directional. Circa 1960s

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in Miami, FL

Mid Century Sideboard Credenza by Milo Baughman for Directional. Circa 1960s Features a sleek Mid Century Modern Design with a beautiful walnut woodgrain, two trifold doors with flat...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid century Black Lacquer Florence Knoll office Cabinet Credenza leather pulls
Mid century Black Lacquer Florence Knoll office Cabinet Credenza leather pulls

Mid century Black Lacquer Florence Knoll office Cabinet Credenza leather pulls

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Knoll all black small credenza - Beautiful practical credenza for living or office space. Has (2) front Sliding doors with leather pulls that reveal two adjustable shelves, one on ea...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Leather, Oak, Lacquer

Carlo Scarpa Orseolo Dining Table for Cassina, Lacquered Aluminum
Carlo Scarpa Orseolo Dining Table for Cassina, Lacquered Aluminum

Carlo Scarpa Orseolo Dining Table for Cassina, Lacquered Aluminum

$3,950 / item

H 28.75 in W 94.89 in D 30.32 in

Carlo Scarpa Orseolo Dining Table for Cassina, Lacquered Aluminum

By Cassina, Carlo Scarpa

Located in Berlin, DE

Price is dependent on the chosen material and size. Available sizes: 241x77 240x92 280x92 FASTENERS: Cast satin finish aluminum. FRAME TOP: MDF boards covered with a coat of mirr...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Italian Wood Cabinet, 1960s
Italian Wood Cabinet, 1960s

Italian Wood Cabinet, 1960s

$646

H 32.68 in W 51.19 in D 16.93 in

Italian Wood Cabinet, 1960s

Located in Palermo, PA

Italian wood cabinet, 1960s. Dimensions: H= 83 cm; W= 130 cm; D= 43 cm.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Post modern light gray gloss lacquer 4 door credenza Cabinet
Post modern light gray gloss lacquer 4 door credenza Cabinet

Post modern light gray gloss lacquer 4 door credenza Cabinet

$2,800Sale Price|20% Off

H 30 in W 73 in D 20 in

Post modern light gray gloss lacquer 4 door credenza Cabinet

By Ello Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Post modern light grayish/blue Lacquered 4 Door Credenza Cabinet. This 73” wide credenza has storage inside behind 4 door panels with 6 adjustable shelves with all pins inside, has m...

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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Chrome Credenza by Florence Knoll, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Chrome Credenza by Florence Knoll, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Chrome Credenza by Florence Knoll, 1960s

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Designed by architect and furniture designer Florence Knoll, one of the most influential figures of mid-century design, this exceptional walnut credenza embodies the clean lines, arc...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1960's Midcentury Jens Risom Walnut Cabinet Credenza
1960's Midcentury Jens Risom Walnut Cabinet Credenza

1960's Midcentury Jens Risom Walnut Cabinet Credenza

By Jens Risom

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

An exceptional midcentury walnut file cabinet/credenza by iconic designer Jens Risom, circa 1960s, manufactured in the USA. This absolutely stunning piece features gorgeous walnut, s...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair, Metal & Wood, 20.5\" Depth
Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair, Metal & Wood, 20.5\" Depth

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair, Metal & Wood, 20.5\" Depth

$175 / item

H 31.7 in W 18.5 in D 20.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair, Metal & Wood, 20.5\" Depth

Located in High Point, NC

A wooden dining chair created in mid-20th century Germany. Ornate and well-postured, this smart dining chair projects an astute and alert composure, reminiscent of a more familiar ty...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Credenza
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Credenza

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Credenza

$4,560Sale Price|22% Off

H 29 in W 63 in D 20 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Credenza

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pasadena, TX

Elegantly crafted credenza made of walnut. Credenza features distinctive half moon drawer and door pulls.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

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Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

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